General Manager

SuzyQ Doughnuts St. Laurent


Date: 10 hours ago
City: Ottawa, Ontario
Contract type: Full time
Suzy Q is a beloved Ottawa institution with 3 bustling locations and a loyal following. We're known for our small-batch, handmade doughnuts, innovative flavours and strong community roots.
As we grow and evolve, we're looking for a hands-on, heart forward General Manager to help lead the next chapter
As our GM, you'll oversee the daily operations of all 3 locations. You'll be responsible for leading and inspiring a team, ensuring exceptional guest experiences, and maintaining operational excellence across the board.
This is a multi-location leadership role requiring strong communication, strategic thinking and a people-first management style
A people first GM would:
-Check in with team leads regularly- not just about numbers, but how they're doing personally.
  • Jump on the line when it's slammed to show solidarity.
  • Be quick to notice and reward great work
  • Handle conflict with compassion, clarity and confidence
  • Create a space where people want to come to work, not just show up for a pay cheque.

Key Responsibilities
  • Oversee daily operations across 3 locations
  • Lead, coach and develop store managers and shift leads/supervisors
  • Drive a positive culture that reflects our brand values
  • Manage scheduling, labour budgets and staffing needs.
  • Monitor inventory and ordering systems to control COGS and waste
  • Ensure top-notch customer service and resolve escalated issues.
  • Analyze store performance and implement improvements.
  • Work closely with ownership to execute strategy and initiatives.

Qualifications

  • 3+ years in food service management role
-proven leadership skills- you're a coach, not just a boss
  • Excellent communication and organizational skills
  • Experience with scheduling, budgets, inventory, and team development
  • Passion for food, people, and creating great guest experiences.
  • Familiarity with Ottawa food scene is a plus.

What we offer
  • chance ro coach and motivate
  • growing and past paced environment
  • Competitive salary
  • Health benefits package
  • performance bonuses.
  • Free doughnut
  • Growth of company = growth of position
Post a CV